Staff Specialist Paediatrician - Head to Health Kids Hub

Staff Specialist Paediatrician – Head to Health Kids Hub

Paediatrician | Wollongong | Perm Part time or job-share 0.8 FTE | REQ575537|

Together, we can do more.

This is a wonderful opportunity to work as a Staff Specialist Paediatrician in a multi-disciplinary service Head to Health Kids Hub providing support to children up to the age of 12 years with developmental, behavioural and mental health concerns.

You will be working in a multi-disciplinary team including other Seniors Paediatricians (General and Community) and a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist. 

The ISLHD Head to Health Kids Hub (Kids Hub) is a new service jointly funded by Commonwealth Department of Health and NSW Health to provide early intervention mental health and wellbeing clinical services.

ISLHD welcome’s applicants who are eligible to gain fellowship within 6 months to apply. 

For more information about the service please visit our webpage https://www.islhd.health.nsw.gov.au/services-clinics/head-health-kids-hub 

Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District. From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

ISLHD operate eight hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney is close by. https://www.visitwollongong.com.au/

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

·        Training, Education and Study Leave (TESL) - $39,600 and 25 calendar days

·         Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay

·        Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

·        Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

·        Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

·        Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information

·        Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

·         Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.

·         Working With Children Check (WWCC)

·         Current AHPRA Registration or eligible to gain fellowship within 6 months.

·         Valid NSW Drivers Licence

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

·         Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.

·         Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.

·         Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.

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·         For role-related queries or help applying, contact Ruth Evans at ​Ruth.Evans1@health.nsw.gov.au or Dr Simone Trist simone.trist@health.nsw.gov.au   

Applications close: 9 June 2025